Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has publicly expressed his strong displeasure over the recent mistreatment of the Super Eagles by Libyan authorities, highlighting the challenges faced by the team during their trip. The situation escalated when the Nigerian team were left stranded at Al Abaq Airport for several hours, which ultimately led them to boycott the scheduled AFCON 2025 qualifier match against the Mediterranean Knights in protest of their treatment.
In response to this incident, Musa took to X to condemn the actions of the Libyan authorities, calling for immediate action from the Confederation of African Football (CAF). He expressed his frustration, stating, “I’m extremely disappointed by the unjust treatment of the Super Eagles, the NFF officials, as well as dignitaries in Libya,” emphasizing the gravity of the situation.
Musa further stated, “This is not sportsmanship, and I want @CAF_Online to intervene and investigate this incident,” adding, “I stand with the players in this difficult time.” His remarks highlight the need for accountability and fair treatment within the realm of international sports.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian team has since left Libya following their decision to withdraw from the match, seeking to address the challenges faced during this unfortunate episode. As of now, CAF has yet to comment on the situation, leaving many to wonder about the next steps regarding the matter.